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Private Non-Profit Liberal Arts College in Springfield, MA. Operating on a semester system.

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Student guide · Fall 2026 Semester

The semester, explained for Springfield College

Dates from the active academic calendar, plus the campus language and local details students actually need. Every entry comes from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

Relevant term
Fall 2026 Semester
Campus terms
14
Local details
15

Academic calendar

Fall 2026 Semester runs Sep 8, 2026 – Dec 23, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

7 entries
  1. Summer 2026 Semester - Full Semester
  2. Summer 2026 Semester - Second Half
  3. Fall 2026 SemesterRelevant now
  4. Spring 2027 Semester
  5. Summer 2027 Semester - First Half
  6. Summer 2027 Semester - Full Semester
  7. Summer 2027 Semester - Second Half

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Campus language

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14 terms

A

Abbey
Abbey-Appleton Hall, a residence hall primarily for first-year students.

B

Birthplace
A reference to Springfield College being the 'Birthplace of Basketball' due to James Naismith's invention of the game there.

C

CAB
Campus Activities Board, the student-led group responsible for organizing campus events.
Cheney
Cheney Dining Hall, the main 'all-you-care-to-eat' student dining facility.

G

Gulick
Gulick Hall, a residence hall known for housing first-year students.

H

Humanics
The core philosophy of Springfield College, emphasizing the education of the whole person in spirit, mind, and body.

M

Mass
Massasoit Hall, a traditional-style residence hall on campus.

S

SEAT
Student Event Assistance Team, students who help manage and staff campus events.
SGA
Student Government Association, the primary representative body for students.

T

The Marketplace
A convenience-store style dining option located within the Flynn Campus Union.
The Pride
The official mascot and collective nickname for the Springfield College community and athletic teams.
The Suites
The Senior Suites, an apartment-style residence hall for upperclassmen.

U

Union Station
The retail dining area located in the Flynn Campus Union featuring various food outlets.

Y

Y-Club
The YMCA Club, reflecting the college's historical and ongoing ties to the YMCA.

Places and practicalities

Buildings, logistics, and other local references drawn from the approved campus snapshot.

15 details
alden_st
Alden St.
Babson
The Babson Library, the main academic library on campus.
bento
Bento
Brightspace
The learning management system (LMS) used by faculty and students for course materials and assignments.
commons_cafe
Commons Cafe
dunkin
Dunkin'
Judd
Judd Gymnasia, a historic building used for various academic and athletic purposes.
PEB
The Physical Education Complex, the primary hub for athletics and physical education classes.
Pride Card
The official student identification card used for building access, meal plans, and campus spending.
PrideNET
The secure web portal used by students to access grades, schedules, and financial information.
SC Alerts
The emergency notification system used to communicate urgent campus safety or weather information.
Schoo
The Schoo-Bemis Science Center, housing the college's science labs and classrooms.
subway
Subway
The Union
The Flynn Campus Union, the central hub for student life, dining, and activities.
the_table_cheney_hall
The Table @ Cheney Hall

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What academic term is relevant now?
Fall 2026 Semester runs Sep 8, 2026 – Dec 23, 2026.
How much campus context is included?
14 approved campus terms and 15 local details are included in full.
Are all approved campus terms included?
Yes. The complete approved glossary is available in the scrollable, searchable campus-language section.
Where does this guide come from?
Calendar dates, campus terms, and local details come from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

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  • Major-aligned clubs, pre-professional groups, and research communities.
  • Performing arts, visual arts, student publications, film, and music.
  • Cultural orgs, identity communities, and faith-based groups.
  • Volunteer groups, civic engagement, mutual aid, and student government.
  • Outdoor clubs, intramural sports, club sports, and rec center programs.
  • Entrepreneurship, hackathon teams, makerspaces, and engineering project teams.
  • Casual hangouts, interest groups, and open events without applications.

Worth a look

Equestrian

Comprised of riders with various degrees of experience, the team competes against colleges and universities across the state and region.

Open to all

Graduate Student Organization (GSO)

Represents all graduate students at Springfield College, providing services, activities, and professional development support.

Open to all

Source: springfield.edu · Verified 6 days ago

Student Government Association (SGA)

Promotes the interests and welfare of the student body, guides and finances student organizations, and serves as a liaison between students and the College administration.

Regular commitment

Source: springfield.edu · Verified 6 days ago

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Family Weekend

An opportunity in the fall for current students to welcome family and friends to campus. Activities often include a carnival, barbecue, and football game.

Drop in any time

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Resources & spaces

Career Center

Provides services and resources to assist students and graduates with reaching their professional goals, including career counseling, resume help, and networking opportunities.

Open to all

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Counseling Center

Provides professional, confidential counseling to all students. Services include individual and group sessions to support mental health and well-being.

Open to all

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Wellness & Recreation Complex

Campus facility offering cardio and weight training space, a climbing wall, a pool, group exercise classes, and space for intramural and club sports.

Open to all

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Life in Springfield for Springfield College Students

Everything you need to know about living and studying in Springfield.

Timezone

Eastern Time (ET)

Median Rent

$1,200

Cost of Living Index

96

Student Population

15,000

City Transportation

Walkability

64

Bikeability

51

Public Transit

PVTA bus system, Amtrak rail service, CTrail Hartford Line (nearby)

Nearest Airports

Bradley International Airport (nearby), Westfield-Barnes Regional Airport (nearby)

Climate Averages

Climate

Humid continental

Avg Annual Temp

49°F

Avg Snowfall

40 in

Campus Operations Snapshot

Parking and Transit

East Lot (Lots 7, 15, 18)

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Valid for residents in Senior Suites, Townhouses, Lakeside, and Gulick Hall.

West Lot (Lots 5, 6, 9)

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Valid for residents in Alumni, Living Center, International, and Reed Hall.

Commuter Lots (Lots 2, 5, 9, 15)

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Designated for commuter students.

Campus News

Latest updates from Springfield College

Football Opens Season With a Win Against Western New England

The Springfield College football team earned a 42-28 victory over Western New England in the 13th annual Pynchon SAW Game.

Sep 5, 2026

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Springfield College Welcomes Largest Incoming Class in 3 Years

President Mary Beth Cooper announced that the incoming class for the 2026-2027 academic year is the largest in the last three years.

Sep 4, 2026

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New Student Convocation Welcomes Class of 2030

The annual New Student Convocation officially welcomed the Class of 2030 to the campus community.

Sep 4, 2026

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Upcoming Events

What's happening at Springfield College

Master's of Counseling Information Session

September 15, 2026

Virtual

A virtual information session for prospective graduate students interested in the Master's of Counseling program.

Athletic Training Information Session

September 16, 2026

Virtual

An information session focused on the Athletic Training program for prospective students.

Tips and Pointers to Applying to Graduate School

September 16, 2026

Virtual

A session providing guidance and advice for students applying to graduate programs at Springfield College.

Counseling Psychology Information Session (virtual)

September 18, 2026

Virtual

A virtual session to learn more about the Counseling Psychology graduate program.

Family Weekend 2026

September 25, 2026

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A special opportunity for families to experience campus life, featuring activities that highlight student life and school spirit.

Dorms & On-Campus Housing at Springfield College

Various dorm and housing options are available for students.

13 known dorm and housing options. Every known option is shown below.

Abbey-Appleton Hall

Capacity: 180

Alumni Hall

Capacity: 240

Room types: single, conjoined single, double

College-owned Apartments

Room types: private bedroom

Graduate Village

Capacity: 28

Room types: house

International Hall

Capacity: 280

Room types: double

Kakely Graduate Annex

Capacity: 20

Room types: apartment

Kakley Graduate Annex

Capacity: 20

Lakeside Hall

Capacity: 110

Room types: single

The Living Center

Capacity: 202

Room types: single, double

Massasoit Hall

Capacity: 80

Room types: not specified, likely singles and doubles

Reed Hall

Capacity: 150

Senior Suites

Capacity: 204

Townhouses

Capacity: 161

Campus Details

Academic System

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Control

Private Non-Profit

Email Domain

@springfieldcollege.edu

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